Azithromycin Tablets & Suspension

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Description for Azithromycin Tablets & Suspension

Azithromycin is the antibiotic of choice to treat chlamydia trachomatis, otherwise known as chlamydia, which is one of the most common infections transmitted by sexual intercourse.

It can be taken in a convenient single dose and clears up most chlamydia infections within 7 days. It is easy to buy azithromycin online from The Independent Pharmacy, you just need to complete a simple medical questionnaire. This will then be assessed by one of our doctors in order to prescribe azithromycin for your chlamydia infection. Treatment can be delivered quickly and discreetly to a UK location of your choice.

Product Information

Azithromycin is used to treat sexual infections

Azithromycin is a type of antibiotic known as a macrolide-type antibiotic. These antibiotics work by stopping protein production in bacteria, preventing them from growing and replicating. This means that a bacterial infection can no longer spread and the immune system will eventually kill it off.

As a broad-spectrum antibiotic, azithromycin is effective against a large variety of different bacteria. There are many uses for azithromycin: it is highly effective in treating infections in the skin, ears, soft tissue, airways, and it can also be used to treat the sexually-transmitted infection, chlamydia.

Sometimes, a doctor may take a tissue sample to ensure that a specific bacterial infection is vulnerable to azithromycin before prescribing it.

It is easy to order azithromycin online; to place an order, you just need to complete a brief medical questionnaire. One of our doctors will then review your order and approve it in order to prescribe azithromycin for treatment of your sexual infection.

How azithromycin treats chlamydia

Chlamydia is easily treated with a course of antibiotics. The two most common types of antibiotics used to treat chlamydia are azithromycin and doxcycline. Both combat the infection in the same way, by preventing the bacteria from reproducing.

A course of antibiotics successfully treats chlamydia 95% of the time if the prescriptions instructions are correctly followed. Always read the information guidelines before taking this medication.

The usual dosage of azithromycin to treat chlamydia is two 500mg tablets (or 25ml of suspension) to be taken at the same time, just once. Doxycycline is normally prescribed in a longer course, of one capsule twice daily for a week.

A different antibiotic may be prescribed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have had chlamydia for a long time. Always complete a course of antibiotics, even if the symptoms appear to have gone.

When will a doctor prescribe azithromycin for you?

If you believe you have chlamydia, get tested right away. The test can be taken at any time, but if you have engaged in unprotected sex within two weeks before taking the test you may want to take a further test at a later time. The test is normally a simple urine or swab test.

For most people (9 out of 10), the chlamydia test is accurate. Cases of false positives or negatives are very rare. Most sexual health clinics or GPs offer testing for free, but you can also buy a test online to be taken at home. The National Chlamydia Screening Programme (NCSP) offers free testing at pharmacies for those under twenty five.

For men, the test is almost always a simple urine sample. For women, a urine test is possible but normally a swab test is used.

A doctor may suggest a swab test in the rectum or throat if you have engaged in unprotected oral or anal sex. An eyelid swab may be called for if there are symptoms present in the eyes.

If there is a very high risk of chlamydia, for example if you have been engaging in unprotected sex with a partner who has chlamydia, a doctor may prescribe a course of treatment before the test results return. If your test results confirm that you have chlamydia, your doctor will prescribe azithromycin, or another medication, to treat your sexual infection.

*Prescription medicines are supplied subject to a medical consultation at the discretion of a doctor.

Take TWO Azithromycin 500mg tablets as a single dose OR take 25ml (five 5ml spoonfuls) of suspension as a single dose.

You should take Azithromycin as soon as possible after a positive chlamydia test by you or one of your sexual partners.

Azithromycin tablets should be swallowed whole with plenty of water.

Do not have sex for SEVEN days after treatment.

Take a chlamydia test again after 14 days to ensure successful treatment.

Like all medicines, Azithromycin can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Side effects can include:

Nausea & diarrhoea

Abdominal pain

Flatulence

If you have any of the following symptoms, you may have a severe allergic reaction to Azithromycin, stop taking it and tell your doctor immediately or go to the casualty department at your nearest hospital.

Sudden difficulty in breathing, speaking and swallowing.

Swelling of the lips, tongue, face and neck.

Extreme dizziness or collapse.

Severe or itchy skin rash, especially if this shows blistering and there is soreness of the eyes, mouth or genital organs.

The following are serious side effects that occur in a very small minority of patients. If you experience any of the following side effects you should see your GP as soon as possible.

Diarrhoea that is serious, lasts a long time or has blood in it, with stomach pain or fever. This can be a sign of a serious bowel inflammation. This is something that can rarely happen after taking antibiotics.

Yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes caused by liver problems.

Inflammation of the pancreas, which causes severe pain in the abdomen and back.

Increased or reduced urine output, or traces of blood in your urine.

Skin rash caused by sensitivity to sunlight.

Unusual bruising or bleeding.

Irregular heartbeat.

Please read the patient information leaflet that comes with your Azithromycin tablets before you take them for full information on side effects.

It is not suitable for our The Independent Pharmacy to prescribe Azithromycin to treat chlamydia for you if:You have severe liver or kidney problems.You have severe heart problems or problems with your heart beat such as long QT syndrome (shown on an electrocardiogram or ECG machine).Your blood levels of potassium or magnesium are too low.You develop signs of another infection.You are taking any ergot derivatives such as ergotamine (to treat migraine).You have a certain type of muscle weakness called myasthenia gravis.You have nervous (neurological) or mental (psychiatric) problems.If any of the above conditions apply you should see your GP for advice and treatment of chlamydia.If you notice blood in your stool or suffer from fever, chills, or severe headache your infection may be more serious and you should see a doctor as soon as possible. If symptoms include a thick or bloody discharge from the penis with soreness or inflammation in men or women with heavy offensive vaginal discharge or irregular bleeding and low abdominal pain, you should see your GP as this could indicate a more serious infection.

Delivery & Shipping Information

UK ORDERS

We offer FREE standard tracked delivery on orders over £40.

The following delivery options are available:

Standard Tracked Delivery - 2/3 day delivery - £2.95

Express Tracked Delivery - 1/2 day delivery - £4.45

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Special Delivery (Guaranteed before 1pm) - £8.95

Saturday Guaranteed before 1pm - £10.45

Important Delivery Information

All our orders are sent out using Royal Mail (unless stated). We always aim to dispatch all Royal Mail orders received before 4pm the same working day. Any orders received after 4pm or over the weekend will be dispatched the next working day. We aim to dispatch all DPD orders placed before 3pm on the same working day.Orders will not be dispatched on weekends or bank holidays.

All orders are subject to approval by our team of doctors and pharmacists. Your delivery date in the checkout is subject to your consultation being approved by our healthcare team.

All orders can be fully tracked from your dispatch email and in your account.

We ensure all parcels are in plain packaging for discreet delivery of your medicines and pharmacy goods.

Deliveries containing pharmacy-only or prescription medicines may require a signature on receipt.

Delivery is free for all NHS prescriptions.

Royal Mail

Royal Mail are the most widely recognised mail delivery company in the UK. Being on the UK’s 29 million doorsteps six days a week means they offer unparalleled price and convenience. The Independent Pharmacy uses Royal Mail’s Tracked 48, Tracked 24, and Special Delivery Guaranteed parcel services to offer reliable, fully-tracked delivery at very competitive prices. Your Royal Mail parcel will arrive with your normal daily delivery of post.

Please note: Royal Mail do not deliver on Sundays or Bank Holidays - this should be taken into account when ordering.

If you are not home to accept your delivery, a card should be left by the Royal Mail representative. This card will provide details of where you can collect the order or how to arrange re-delivery.

Should you be unable to collect your missed delivery or arrange for your medication to be redelivered by Royal Mail, the pharmacy can resend your medication to the same, or a different address provided it has been returned to us and this happens within a 30 day window.

Once a package has been shipped with Royal Mail we advise that you are bound to the terms and conditions of their use together with the terms and conditions contained herein.

You have the right to cancel your order up to the point when your treatment is dispatched. The pharmacist must destroy any medication within 30 days of it being returned, even un-opened boxes, so we are not able to offer refunds once your treatment has been dispatched.

DPD

DPD Local is the most innovative parcel carrier around. Thanks to their industry-leading Predict service, they provide parcel recipients with a one hour delivery window, notified by email, so you don't have to wait in all day. What's more, it enables receivers to watch the progress of their delivery on a real-time map, all the way down to a final 15 minute time-slot.

As well as keeping customers informed at every stage of the journey, DPD believe in maximising choice and convenience. That's why DPD provide access to a suite of options both on the day of delivery and the night before, allowing customers to take delivery of their goods in a way that suits. If you wish to reschedule, you can:

Select an alternative delivery date

Opt for delivery to a nominated neighbour

Have the parcel left in a specified safe place

Collect the parcel from your local DPD Pickup Shop

Upgrade delivery to By 12

Please note: DPD do not deliver on Saturdays, Sundays or Bank Holidays - this should be taken into account when ordering.

Once a package has been shipped with DPD we advise that you are bound to the terms and conditions of their use together with the terms and conditions contained herein.

You have the right to cancel your order up to the point when your treatment is dispatched. The pharmacist must destroy any medication within 30 days of it being returned, even un-opened boxes, so we are not able to offer refunds once your treatment has been dispatched.

Forwarding houses

We are unable to ship orders to mailing or forwarding houses for onwards shipping to locations outside of the UK.

BFPO Postcodes

Unfortunately we are unable to deliver medicines to BFPO postcodes.

Remote Areas

Please be aware that Royal Mail Guaranteed services are not available to all customers in the UK, especially those that live in remote postcodes. Royal Mail advise customers of the following:

Azithromycin destroys the bacteria that is responsible for causing chlamydia. Most clinical studies show azithromycin to be 95% effective at treating this sexually transmitted disease. However, the success rate is dependent on the medicine being taken correctly, whilst avoiding further unprotected sex until treatment is complete.

In many cases, chlamydia can be symptomless, which is what makes it such a prolific disease. It is estimated that around 50% of men and 70% of women do not suffer any of the associated symptoms. Therefore, it is recommended to get checked after having unprotected sex, especially if you have several partners or are with a new partner.

For those who experience symptoms, they should clear within a few days of treatment. However, since many sufferers do not experience symptoms, you should test again after 14 days to ensure successful treatment.

Ideally, you should abstain from sex until your chlamydia has cleared. However, if you decide to have intercourse whilst undergoing chlamydia treatment, it is important that you make your partner aware of the risks. Make sure you use a condom to help avoid transmitting the infection. If you suspect a condom has split, make sure your partner gets testing for chlamydia and that they receive the appropriate treatment if necessary.

If your symptoms do not improve, you should seek advice from your doctor or healthcare professional.

Contact your doctor if your diarrhoea lasts for longer than two days, or if it is particularly severe or watery.

Azithromycin oral suspension can increase your sensitivity to the sun. Try to avoid the sun where possible. Alternatively, wear protective clothing and sunscreen if avoidance is not possible. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

Azithromycin suspension should be kept inside its original container, tightly closed and out of reach of children. The suspension should be stored at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture. Do not refrigerate or freeze azithromycin oral suspension. Discard any remaining liquid after 10 days from dispensing.

Azithromycin is used to treat bacterial infections, including; pneumonia, bronchitis, and sexually transmitted infections, such as Chlamydia. It will also effectively treat infections of the ears, lungs, skin, sinuses, and throat. Azithromycin belongs to a class of medicines called macrolide antibiotics. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria. Antibiotics, like azithromycin, have no effect on viruses, so this medicine should not be used to treat colds, flu, or other types of viral infection.

It is a bad idea to leave Chlamydia untreated as it can cause serious health complications for those that are infected. In women, they can develop pelvic inflammatory disease which can cause infertility and chronic pelvic pain. If left untreated in men, chlamydia can cause persistent cystitis (UTI) and pain or inflammation in the testicles.

If this sexually transmitted disease is not treated properly then the carrier risks passing the infection to other people.

Gonorrhea is usually treated with an antibiotic called Suprax (Cefixime), along with Azithromycin. It can also be treated with doxycycline monohydrate, another type of antibiotic. They are administered as a single dose antibiotic and are usually used in conjunction with each other because it is very common for people to transmit both diseases. You can get this medication from your local sexual health clinic or order online for speedy and discreet delivery.

The chances of antibiotics not working properly after vomiting or experiencing diarrhoea really depends on how long ago you took the medication. If you have recently taken a tablet and vomited, there is a high chance that the treatment wasn’t properly absorbed into your system. Equally, if you experience diarrhoea after taking this treatment, there is a chance that it was not absorbed into your body people.

If you are concerned about whether or not your treatment worked, simply take a second chlamydia test 14 days after your treatment. If you’re still testing positive for the disease then it’s important to consult a medical professional.

If you receive a second positive result then it’s important to seek medical attention to identify another course of action.

If you have taken Azithromycin tablets correctly and followed the guidance on the information leaflet, then it’s important to speak to a medical professional. You may be prescribed a different type of medication to get rid of your infection.

You can enjoy a convenient and discreet health care review with a professional to decide on the next steps.

Azithromycin is an effective antibiotic that treats lots of different bacterial infections. This medication is prescribed to treat ear infections, infections of the skin or surrounding tissue, and infections of the throat or tonsils. They are also used to treat lung and other respiratory infections, such as bronchitis, sinusitis, community acquired pneumonia, and some cases of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

If you are suffering from any of the above bacterial infections, it is best to consult a medical professional before taking Azithromycin. You may need a different dosage and will likely need to be sure that it is a bacterial infection. Speak to our medical team today for free impartial advice.

These antibiotics are not recommended for those that are pregnant or breastfeeding. Chlamydia can cause complications while pregnant so it is important to speak to a medical professional for advice on how to best treat it.

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